Disaster Management in Bioethics Perspective [Raboan Discussion Forum]

Wednesday (19/10) Center for Bioethics and Medical Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, Public Health and Nursing held a routine Raboan Discussion Forum. On this occasion, the committee raised the theme of Disaster Management in a Bioethical Frame. The speaker of the forum is dr. Sony Ramdhani, M.H.Kes. Meanwhile, the moderator for the discussion was Desy Putri Ratnasari S.Si M.Si.

Indonesia is a country with a high disaster risk index. In addition, most areas in Indonesia are prone to disasters. This reason makes disaster management a critical topic to study.

dr. Sony explained that bioethical principles should always be practiced when dealing with disasters. However, during a disaster, often the assistance provided ignores feasibility aspects. For example, many people still offer clothes in poor conditions and food that needs more nutritional completeness.

“Education is needed that proper assistance is good so that vulnerable survivors receive assistance like humans,” said dr. Sony

dr. Sony explained that five philosophies could serve as a guide for managing ethical disaster management. The first philosophy is Love. In providing services, volunteers must be full of Love and serve without care. The second is forgiveness. Volunteers must think positively and understand limited conditions. The third philosophy is humility. When a disaster occurs, volunteers must remain humble. Fourth is perfection. This philosophy refers to the responsibility of volunteers in providing services. The last accountability relates to trust.